George Zimmerman trial coverage continues, as we look at Trayvon Martin's father's testimony, analyze the cases being made by the defense and prosecution expert medical witnesses, and discuss the element of race in the trial with defense attorney Mike Cavalluzzi on Crime Time.
GUEST BIO:
Michael "Mike" Cavalluzzi is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Los Angeles County. He has been described by judges and prosecutors as aggressive, uncompromising, and relentless in his pursuit of justice for his clients. Having defended clients in courts throughout Los Angeles, Ventura, and Orange Counties, Mike Cavalluzzi has cemented a reputation as a top trial attorney.
Michael Cavalluzzi began his legal career in 1992 as a civil litigator for State Farm Insurance, the largest insurance company in the United States. After winning several jury trials, Mr. Cavalluzzi decided to leave State Farm and focus on the practice of criminal defense. He joined the Public Defender's Office and quickly established himself as a fearless, creative trial attorney, defending clients in all types of cases, ranging from misdemeanor battery to homicide. Mr. Cavalluzzi is also actively involved in civil litigation, successfully representing a number of personal injury cases.
Having practiced extensively throughout the juvenile justice system, Mike Cavalluzzi is well known in many juvenile courts, where he is on a first-name basis with judges, prosecutors, and probation officers. As a member of the gay community, Mike Cavalluzzi is also an outspoken advocate for the rights of the entire LGBT population.
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EPISODE BREAKDOWN:
00:01 Coming up on Crime Time.
01:08 Welcoming Mike Cavalluzzi to talk about the George Zimmerman trial.
04:05 Battling expert witnesses on if Trayvon was the aggressor.
07:00 Understanding language and likability of the prosecution expert witness.
08:40 Rachel Jeantel: The crucible of the case.
10:07 Had Zimmerman been black would he have been charged right away?
12:49 Court Footage: Testimony of Mr. Martin.
16:08 How relevant is the phone recording of the killing?
20:46 Defense doctor's testimony about head injuries.
25:46 Predictions and the jury vs. an audience of millions.
28:09 Admitting Trayvon marijuana toxicology in the court.
30:14 The court responding to the bright lights and being efficient.
GUEST BIO:
Michael "Mike" Cavalluzzi is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Los Angeles County. He has been described by judges and prosecutors as aggressive, uncompromising, and relentless in his pursuit of justice for his clients. Having defended clients in courts throughout Los Angeles, Ventura, and Orange Counties, Mike Cavalluzzi has cemented a reputation as a top trial attorney.
Michael Cavalluzzi began his legal career in 1992 as a civil litigator for State Farm Insurance, the largest insurance company in the United States. After winning several jury trials, Mr. Cavalluzzi decided to leave State Farm and focus on the practice of criminal defense. He joined the Public Defender's Office and quickly established himself as a fearless, creative trial attorney, defending clients in all types of cases, ranging from misdemeanor battery to homicide. Mr. Cavalluzzi is also actively involved in civil litigation, successfully representing a number of personal injury cases.
Having practiced extensively throughout the juvenile justice system, Mike Cavalluzzi is well known in many juvenile courts, where he is on a first-name basis with judges, prosecutors, and probation officers. As a member of the gay community, Mike Cavalluzzi is also an outspoken advocate for the rights of the entire LGBT population.
ADD'L LINKS:
Crime Time Full Episodes Playlist:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGPR7buw68E&list=PLjk3H0GXhhGfIvJXM3emqDXkZ02SXgfgT
Crime Time Shorts Playlist:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99in7UllS9c&list=PLjk3H0GXhhGdjFjMrl3rrU9TokQSzrUo9&index=1
https://www.facebook.com/CrimeTimeWithAllisonHopeWeiner?directed_target_id=0
https://www.facebook.com/thelip.tv
EPISODE BREAKDOWN:
00:01 Coming up on Crime Time.
01:08 Welcoming Mike Cavalluzzi to talk about the George Zimmerman trial.
04:05 Battling expert witnesses on if Trayvon was the aggressor.
07:00 Understanding language and likability of the prosecution expert witness.
08:40 Rachel Jeantel: The crucible of the case.
10:07 Had Zimmerman been black would he have been charged right away?
12:49 Court Footage: Testimony of Mr. Martin.
16:08 How relevant is the phone recording of the killing?
20:46 Defense doctor's testimony about head injuries.
25:46 Predictions and the jury vs. an audience of millions.
28:09 Admitting Trayvon marijuana toxicology in the court.
30:14 The court responding to the bright lights and being efficient.
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